Environmental Design Studies (BEDS) - Bachelor [2 Years]
$11,757 /Yr Co-op On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Science [B.S] Environmental Design Studies

  • Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies for a duration of 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
  • In this program, students can only be entered after completing 2 years of university studies in another subject.
  • Students can take courses in design, humanities, technology, and professional practice program.
  • Students will work individually and collaboratively on design projects in the studio, learning manual skills in drawing, modeling, and building and then the equivalent digital skills.
  • Some sample course that students can study are:
    • Design
    • Ancient Settlements, Buildings, and Landscapes
    • Free Lab
  • Students have to complete the 4-month co-op work term which is a great way to begin applying new knowledge in a professional architectural practice.
  • Co-op work terms include opportunities across the country and around the world and typically involve various aspects of building design, including design drawing, model-making, computer drafting, and construction supervision.
  • Most graduate students can continue into the Master of Architecture (MArch) or Master of Planning programs.
  • Dalhousie offers an excellent architectural education with an international reputation.
  • The average salary of the program goes up to 43,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $10407 $10407 $10407 $10407
Books and supply $1350 $1350 $1350 $1350
Total Fees $11757 $11757 $11757 $11757

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 65 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete any course of 2 years from a recognized university.
  • Students with a minimum 2.5-grade point average (B- average) out of 4.33 Dalhousie's scale.
  • Two or more years at a college or an institute of technology plus one year at a university normally is acceptable. 
  • Students submit a portfolio of design work that demonstrates creativity and/or artistic skill.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:

  • All-India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
  • Or, another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after standard XII

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.